We were so excited to try this place for a date night. All expectations were happily exceeded! The menu is succinct. We opted to order several smaller bites and share everything. My favorite bite of the night was the Tomato Tartar. Everything we ordered was beautifully presented and delicious. The sauces were exceptional. We came on a weekend night and it was bumping. Reservations are definitely recommended. Service was smooth and friendly. I can't wait to go back and order that Tomato Tartar again and try some of the bigger plates. read more

Josefina - Papita Brava - Spanish Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

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This is a must-hit spot for foodies and gastronomy fans. Each dish is prepared and presented beautifully, with standouts (for me) being the Rabo de Toro (oxtail) Dumplings, Duck Rice, and Basque Cheesecake. The interior gives modern chic, and there are both tables and bar seats available. Above the food, however, was the service. Our waiter was extremely helpful and attentive, recommending various dishes and explaining each one as it was brought out. Plus, we got to try some cute little mini-desserts from the chef! Would definitely come again. read more

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Josefina exceeded all expectations. From the moment we arrived, everything was outstanding. The cocktails were excellent and set the tone for a great evening. The octopus was perfectly prepared, the dumplings were full of flavor, and the paella was simply amazing. Every dish felt thoughtfully crafted and beautifully presented. To finish, we had the torrija, and it was absolutely out of this world. One of the best desserts I've had in a long time. If you're looking for a special dining experience in Baltimore, Josefina is definitely worth a visit. We can't wait to come back. read more

Josefina is a new restaurant in Baltimore. The Spanish-flare, unique menu is to not be overlooked. The burger was delicious, the chicken paella melted in your mouth, the oxtail dumplings are a must order and the bread is a perfect accompaniment. The restaurant is small and quaint. Disappointingly, there was a mixup with our order. Our waitress thought we ordered some pork dish, in addition to the burger and chicken paella that we did order. After that, the service turned very cold. We were reluctantly handed the bill after our food was packed up. We noticed that the tables around us got some chocolates and candies when paying, that we did not receive. I promise that we did not order the pork dish, and it was clearly some type of confusion and miscommunication. When the bill came, the pork dish was on our receipt and included in the total, but then was removed and listed as "error and mistake." Despite the delicious meal, this definitely put a sour taste in the mouth with the way it was handled. read more

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Overall, 3.5-4.0. Food: tasty, unique but more tapas style. Would recommend getting more plates than not, every plate is appropriate for maybe 2 people to share. Environment: upscale, good service. Drinks: 10/10, unique and with nice presentations. Would definitely come back and try more options. read more

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10 out of 10, absolutely no notes! Food is amazing! The oxtail dumpling is honestly one of the best things I've eaten in my life. The cod was delicious, and the duck paella was completely out of this world. The service was great and the vibes are lovely, such a welcoming and enjoyable atmosphere. I've been here three times since they opened, and it has been amazing every single time. Definitely a spot I'll keep coming back to. read more

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We had a great time at Josefina this past Friday. We went in for a 5:30 reservation and left around 8 pm after snacks, tapas, rice, main, and dessert. We ordered conservatively with cheese and meat plates, oxtail dumplings and the salpicon de mariscos, garlic mushrooms, paella, and iberico pork. We shared the torrija and basque cheesecake for dessert. The service was wonderful. Our server was attentive as were a handful of other staff, including the bussers who kept a close eye on our water glasses and refilling for us. They changed out the silverware twice and wiped down the table both times - and wore silk or satin gloves while providing the fresh silverware. Our server was knowledgeable about the menu and got back to us quickly if we had questions she couldn't answer. My friends loved the mojito mocktails. I really think my favorite dish was the garlic mushrooms - they were so savory and the texture was incredibly meaty, but not rubbery at all. The paella was flavorful and the pork was delicious. The environment was clean, modern, and felt like a true lounge. It was a calm vibe upstairs where we were sat. Overall I'd eat here again. The experience was as good as the food. Definitely recommend! read more

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Came here for this months friend dinner and had so much fun. The space is surprisingly pretty big, decor and ambiance is gorgeous. It's traditional family style so everything is considered shareable but I would say the tapas are definitely a one person plate, unless you're getting a bunch of different things to try. Our waitress was nice and accommodating. We got a lot of things so I'll break it down by category. Starters/Tapas: roasted cauliflower, burrata, oxtail dumplings, mushrooms, cheese plate. The oxtail dumplings were the reason we came, I do think they could've used a bit more flavor but they were yummy and creative. The mushroom medley was delish. The burrata was a fancy take, I didn't eat the salami that was on it but the balsamic pearls were such a cool fun additive. I did not personally try the cheese plate or cauliflower but those plates had nothing left on them by the time my friends were finished lol. Large Plates: Pork, Paella, and seafood rice. My friend and I both got the pork, she loved hers but for whatever reason, my stomach was not in agreement with it so I did send it back for the seafood rice instead. Maybe I was picky this day but I didn't care for that either. The seafood itself was cooked to perfection, the rice was just way too fishy for me. Desserts: cheesecake, churro (not pictured), and the rice pudding ice cream. All delicious, no notes. Drinks: espresso martini, Marbella, and Velo. All very yum. Didn't get pics! read more

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Learned of this place on Tik Tok. It's beautiful! Strictly street parking or parking lot nearby. Great and attentive service. I ordered the cod, cauliflower, bread with garlic butter (not on the menu), and French 75 mocktail. Churro for dessert. Everything was decent. Wasn't crazy about anything. read more

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Food: everything tastes great. They're very creative with their dishes. Not pictured were complimentary glasses N.A. rose because we were celebrating our anniversary. Service: the server was attentive and people explained the dishes. Ambiance: it's decorated simply but well Con is that it's a little pricey but not surprising for fells point read more

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WOW If you're craving authentic Spanish cuisine, this is the place to be. The décor is clean, modern, and beautiful, with seating available on both the first and second floors. Let me start with Louis, who was attentive, funny, and incredibly knowledgeable about every dish on the menu. He made excellent recommendations and truly elevated the experience. Now for my favorite part... the FOOD. Holy cow. Every dish was beautifully presented, honestly, almost too pretty to eat. You can tell they source their ingredients from local farms and top-quality providers because, from the very first bite, everything tasted exceptionally fresh and flavorful. The textures were perfect, and every dish was cooked to perfection. We went for brunch, and I already can't wait to come back for dinner. If you're in Baltimore or nearby, make sure to visit Josefina. From the moment you walk in, the atmosphere, service, and food are outstanding. I genuinely can't think of one bad thing about the experience. Street parking is available. Don't skip dessert. Everything is made from scratch and absolutely delicious. read more

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I hope this place sees longevity in the industry. It's not many latin restaurants in Baltimore on this level. There is a huge market for this place and I hope it thrives. It's intimate, low light but not the typical dimmed light where you are reaching for your phone flashlight. It's lit enough for you to see everyone dining but still provides a setting that feels personal. I love the open kitchen concept. Staff are warm, inviting, personable and remembers every detail. They even collect umbrella's at the door to avoid wet floors. That attention to detail is unique to say the least. The food was great. We ordered the bread & butter, oxtail dumplings, and garlic shrimp as starters. Each dish was perfect. The wine was incredible. For the main course, we ordered the pork dish and seafood paella. Both could have used a bit more salt to bring out the flavors but still pretty good. For dessert, we ordered the churro and rice pudding with goat milk ice cream. Pretty good but we mix both desserts together and wow! If you order both, put them together for a flavor bomb. We were celebrating a birthday and were provided complementary champagne and small bite desserts. Parking may be a bit difficult so arrive early. We were lucky to score a spot right in front but that was Thursday evening. Pricing is a tad bit higher than what I would typically pay for a meal in Baltimore (around $150 each after tip) but that wouldn't deter me from going again. read more

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Went to Josefina for dinner with a friend. Very cute place. Staff was very friendly, offering suggestions on drinks and food. Food is served as a shareable plate. We tried the Papitas Brava (potato with sauce), Camarones Al Ajillo (garlic shrimp and toast), the Rabo De Toro Dumplings (oxtail dumplings), and the seafood rice. Though the food is sold as "shareable" they only give you two dumplings, and considering the dumplings were my favorite part, I did not want to share lol. The best dishes were the dumplings and seafood rice. After we were done we went to sit at the bar and the bartenders were great. I was able to say "make me something good" and they made something cute and delicious. Now, this place is rather pricey, but for certain occasions I can definitely see myself returning! read more

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Josefina is a gorgeous restaurant with a beautiful bar and 2 floors of seating. The open kitchen is a cool concept. We sat at the bar since we walked in without a reservation and it was very comfortable. The bartenders are the best part of Josefina and probably will be returning just for drinks. Every drink we had was excellent! The food was very delicious but just really small portions for the price. The concept of elevated tapas or small plates is still hard to justify higher prices which is why I had to knock a star off. I actually ate beforehand because I knew I would be leaving hungry. The Bravas were delicious, wish we had more. The tomato tartare on soup was delish as well. The dumplings were excellent. The dessert with the honeycomb on top was delicious and something I would also return for. read more

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I am OBSESSED with this restaurant, I come at least once a month. The food and drinks are consistently high quality, and I am never disappointed. Dinner is AMAZING, but the dessert really has my heart. I've come at 9 PM with my girlfriends just to have cocktails and every one of the desserts. If I was in a coma, the torrija dessert would bring me back to life!!! read more

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We made reservations for their opening night and had high hopes, but unfortunately the experience felt overpriced for the amount of food served. Paying $20 for two small dumplings is quite unreasonable. While the dumplings were good, they weren't worth the price. We also ordered the boquerones tapas, which were tasty, and my tomatillo cocktail was very enjoyable. The desserts were just okay. The churros were extremely overpriced, and the portion size was almost laughable. The Basque cheesecake was tasty, but not the best I've had. The service also needs improvement, though I'm hoping this is just opening-night growing pains. We were seated promptly, but it took a long time for our order to be taken and for anyone to check on us. There were only two servers covering the entire first floor, which likely contributed to the delays. The space itself is beautifully decorated and the interior design is very nice; however, the bright lighting and loud music felt mismatched. I wasn't quite sure what vibe they were going for, and the overall atmosphere felt a bit off. Overall, I think this place still needs some work. I hope it does well, but based on our first visit, I'm not sure how it will fare in Baltimore City. read more

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Josefina was incredible from start to finish. The food, service, drinks, and overall vibe were all amazing. Our waiter was so attentive and made the whole experience feel effortless and welcoming. The drinks were perfectly made and paired so well with the meal. The seafood paella was packed with flavor--rich, fresh, and beautifully cooked. You could tell a lot of care went into it. And the cheesecake... wow. It honestly felt like biting into a cloud. Light, creamy, and absolutely delicious. Such a great atmosphere and dining experience. I would definitely go back and highly recommend it to anyone looking for a great night out! read more

Josefina - Cheesecake - Spanish Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

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Such great flavor at this new Baltimore restaurant! It seems a little small inside so definitely recommend a reservation but it's well worth it. The oxtail dumplings are a must-- we ended up getting an extra order, they were that good. Everyone was wonderful from the servers to the host. read more

Josefina - Spanish Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

Absolutely delicious. One of the best restaurants in Baltimore. Everything was delicious, interior is lovely for date nights and each food choice was zero misses. Service was lovely and fast. Highly recommend read more

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I was dying to try Josefina so I booked a reservation for my birthday. I really enjoyed myself, as did my guests, but I feel like it might be slightly over hyped. Let's start with service- we really didn't know what we wanted so although they mentioned that if we ordered everything at once, they would pace it for us, we decided to take our time through the menu ourselves. This caused some awkwardness with the servers but generally didn't delay our food. The drinks ended up coming slower to our table than anything else. Everyone who did serve us was professional and kind. The drinks all were amazing. They don't have a large wine selection but they don't need it, as each glass we had was highly enjoyed. My only complaint is I wish they had more bottles to purchase! I started with what seemed to be their version of an old fashioned (FUERZA Y FE) which was great, and ended with the "espresso martini" (MEDIANOCHE EN JEREZ) which if it wasn't $29 I would only drink that. Food was fabulous- and absolutely up to the hype. The duck rice is a must order, the paella was delicious, and the shrimp in the garlic with the ciabatta- perfection. Dessert was just ok- the churro was probably the best I ever had but it's a very small portion and hard to share. They didn't have any fanfare for the special occasion, which is never expected but always appreciated. Overall, I would very much recommend dining at Josefina's. I would love to go back for a more casual night at the bar, with a little less pressure. read more

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Was really excited to come here and this place will see me again. Great service, food and vibes. To drink, I got the las palmas cocktail (described as being crisp, refreshing, and tropical). Pretty accurate description and I thought it was perfect. My friend got the fuerza y fe cocktail because she was looking for an old fashion vibe. She thought it was okay but opted to get a beer after she finished her drink instead of getting another. I also got a dessert wine that wasn't too sweet; it was just right, enjoyed it a lot. We ordered so many dishes lol but it's all really meant to share. The sauce on the papita brava is something I am still thinking about. I love a good red sauce. My friend would have preferred if the potato was crispier (personal preference) but the dish was still good because of that yummy red sauce. The camarones al ajillo were were also good and I enjoyed dipping the bread in the oil. Loved the crispiness of the battered cod on the bacalo frito and the tartar sauce was delicious. I think the cod could have used a little seasoning but it was still good. The rabo de toro dumplings are the oxtail dumplings. We enjoyed this a a lot, so we ordered a second one after we finished the first, which was kind of crazy because we ordered a lot of food lol. Truffle caviar and a creamy sauce, was so good! The césar ibérico was the cesar salad with ham and it was perfect! Loved it!! Perfect anount of dressing -- wasn't drowned in it) and I loved all the cheese. Loved the citrus aioli on the seafood rice. Seafood was good too. The rice was kind of just there but the citrus aioli made it yummy. This dish isn't paella, so don't expect a yellow rice. I think if you get this, you can skip the camarones al ajillo because of the amount of prawns and shrimp in the seafood rice. Can't wait to come back so that we can try the 36 oz ribeye!! read more

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A dreamy little Galentine's evening .From the first bite to dessert, everything was rich, flavorful, and beautifully crafted. The Oxtails dumplings were pure perfection, the burger was easily a 10/10, and the desserts were the perfect sweet ending. An elegant space with amazing food. The service was great . read more

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The new kid on the block definitely has some chops! We were excited to finally check out Josefina after its long awaited opening. With its gorgeous high ceiling interior, there is an immediately intimate ambiance. Service could have been a touch more attentive but certainly giving them grace as they find their stride. As a vegetarian, I was disappointed to not be able to try the Vegetable Rice (apparently wasn't ready to serve by ~6:30pm that night??), but our mix and match of small plates hit the spot. With bold flavors, beautiful plating and inventive ingredients, we were not disappointed. Look forward to coming back to try more of the menu! read more

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Had been dying to try this restaurant. Popped in on Saturday and the house was packed. Loved the ambiance of the first floor with the open concept kitchen. Sat upstairs. They have bumper options and a diverse menu. We had several tapas including the burrata (one of our favorites), oxtail dumplings (very tiny portion for 20$ but very tasty), garlic shrimp, and shared two entrees. The duck rice and pork were very tasty. I enjoyed the cocktails too. Don't skip dessert! The basque cheesecake was even better than the one I had in Barcelona. Definitely make sure your wallet is full before you come here but definitely a lovely special occasion restaurant. read more

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Super authentic Spanish cuisine in a small, intimate setting with great staff and exceptional food. Everything we had was outstanding, from the jamón Ibérico to the pan de tomate, but the Ibérico lamb paella was the clear standout. It was incredibly rich, deeply flavorful, and perfectly executed, easily one of the top 10 dishes I've had anywhere. The wine pairing was also excellent. We had the Finca Millara "Old Vines" Mencía from Ribeira Sacra, and it was perfect with the meal: elegant, savory, mineral-driven, and food-friendly without overpowering the paella. It complemented the jamón, tomato bread, and lamb beautifully. Josefina feels like the kind of place Baltimore needs more of: focused, authentic, warm, and serious about the food without feeling pretentious. We'll absolutely be back. read more

I've been a couple times with my friends and cousins. We probably tried every single dessert and they were all super good! Shout out Johnny and Luis!! We loved them. read more

Absolutely my favorite restaurant in Baltimore. From the ambiance to the food to the drinks and service. Truly a most go when in town. Nothing else like it. read more

Josefina - Pan de Tomate - Spanish Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

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Best Spanish food ever, I had went in on a last Thursday night and ordered the oxtail dumplings to start, great way to start my night, the dumplings were extremely flavorful and light. The dumplings came with truffle caviar and were paired nicely with a cured yolk. I move to my entree and I had ordered the Chicken Paella, the avocado-cilantro sauce alone was absolutely delicious, the sauce was very fresh and combined with the chicken made a great meal. The chicken was crispy yet moist leaving me satisfied. I skipped out on desert but will come back to explore more of the menu. Staff were also very attentive and made sure to provide guest with amazing service. read more

Josefina - Spanish Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

Wow, that was the best meal my husband and I have had in years. Years!! Across many cities. So great and so shocking for Baltimore. Every dish was impeccable, we were impressed and in awe from start to finish. Just got home and I'm already ready to go back and ready to tell everyone I know that they need to go. New favorite restaurant?!?! Yes. Service and location and ambiance 10/10 too but really the food was just soooo amazing !!!!!! We tried the Cheese plate, pan con tamate, the shrimp, the dumplings, the little sausage snack, the duck rice, the burger. Every single item was perfection. We will be going back for every special occasion in the near future. read more

Josefina - Duck Rice - Spanish Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

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I went to dinner with the family and everything was fabolous the food the service and the Ambiance, I get the valencia paella was deliciuos thank you so much we will back soon... read more

We were really looking forward to trying out the newly opened Josefina restaurant, but it was unfortunately a very subpar experience. Poor service, waiter could not be found, had to ask for refilled water multiple times, and wait times in between dishes were ~30+ minutes for a Monday night. Out of the many restaurants in Baltimore at this price point ($450+ for four people), this one gives you the smallest portion, value, and taste. The drinks and atmosphere were excellent; however, two tiny dumplings for $16? Main dish ($48) with pork, which looked raw, and was about the size of my car keys. I would not recommend. read more

Josefina - Ibérico Pork - Spanish Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

I visited on their opening weekend and was seriously impressed. Josefina is fine dining at a world class level. Very impressive how smoothly everything operated on only their 2nd day. Everything was 5 stars. The chicken paella was particularly great along with the both the cheesecake and rice pudding. The interior is beautiful and the staff as well as the owner were all incredible. Looking forward to having this upscale option in Baltimore for many years to come. read more

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This restaurant surpassed the hype I was seeing on social media. I could not have imagined it would be this good. After my husband and I finished dinner, we immediately decided to make another reservation for Valentine's Day. The oxtail dumplings and the pork main were exceptional. I have never had pork so flavorful and juicy. The staff was amazing. The environment was beautiful, only added by the open kitchen on the ground floor. The bar was stunning. They also have a room upstairs that appears like you could reserve it for a large group, closed off by curtains. read more

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Truly one of finer restaurants in Baltimore city. Excellent cuisine and wonderful cocktails it's a must visit if you're a food lover.

I have only lived in Baltimore for 16 months, and I am surprised that I am really digging this city. The main reasons are the neighborhoods and the food scene. It's a big city that seems small because it is a built around neighborhoods (which can be good and bad), but the food scene is outstanding. Josefina is at the intersection of a cool neighborhood and great food. It's kinda off the beaten path between Fells Point and Harbor East. The food is exceptional. The oxtail dumplings are phenomenal. The pulpo was cooked perfectly. Every ingredient the paella stood on its own. The host, Valentin, knows his stuff. The service is there when you need them, but they aren't intrusive. Their drinks are done well, but I didn't get a chance to try the bar. Maybe next time. The decor is contemporary and stylish. I wish they had outdoor dining. The only thing I think that would have made it better is valet parking, but in the evening, there is plenty of street parking and a garage next door. At 6pm on a Saturday I had no trouble finding a space on the street in front, but if there is a festival close by it may be tight. Josefina's definitely goes on my rotation. read more

Excellent dinning experience. The host and server were very friendly and showed a lot of love. The tapas were very flavorful. The only thing with the oxtail dumplings the portion size could have been bigger. read more

Josefina - Duck rice - Spanish Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

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This is become one of my favorite restaurants. Yes, it's a bit pricey, but so so worth it. The food is delicious, the drinks are refreshing, and don't sleep on the dessert menu! The cheesecake is to die for. I love the open floor concept, where you can see the chefs hard at work. Servers are really attentive as well. read more

We were so excited to try this restaurant and sadly disappointed by the service and food last night. The restaurant is designed beautifully, but they need some improvement with the venting because there was so much smoke in the air when we came to dine. Our server was very nice and promptly got us started with our drinks and took our food order-this is where our problems began. We ordered the Oxtail dumplings, Papita Bravas, Fried Cod, and Shrimp as our tapas and Seafood rice as our main entree. The Oxtail dumplings we received did not look like dumplings we saw online and we figured there was some issues with quality control as it was extremely busy. The Papita Bravas and Fried cod were good, nothing crazy. Our shrimp tapas never came and then they started setting up for the main entree to arrive. I believe we waited about an hour and a half for the rice to come. We were so tired when our the seafood rice arrived we had a couple of bites and asked our server to have the leftovers packed up to go. The two tables next to us( who were already seated when we got there) also seemed upset by some missed dishes. read more

Josefina - Seafood rice - Spanish Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

This restaurant was nice. The service was a little slow but I know they are new and working out the kinks. The food was good too, I got the veggie meal and I was happy to have an option. I would like to see more veggie/vegan options. The drinks were delish! A lil pricey but I would go back. read more

Incredible in every way 10/10. The oxtail dumplings are unbelievably good. The detail into the food, menu, atmosphere, music. I love the chef's table and open concept as well. New favorite in Baltimore! read more